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Mine Gold. Create Value.

June 2020 Quarterly Activities ReportCorporate Presentation | July 2020

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Important Notices and DisclaimersThis presentation contains information about Resolute Mining Limited (Resolute or the Company) and its activities that is current as at the date of this presentation unless otherwise stated. The information in this presentation remains subject to change withoutnotice. This presentation has been prepared by Resolute and no party other than Resolute has authorised or caused the issue, lodgement, submission, despatch or provision of this presentation.The information in this presentation is general in nature and does not purport to be complete. This presentation is not a prospectus, disclosure document or other offering document under Australian law or under the laws of any other jurisdiction. Thispresentation is provided for information purposes and does not constitute an offer, invitation, inducement or recommendation to subscribe for or purchase securities in Resolute in any jurisdiction.The information contained in this presentation has been prepared in good faith by Resolute, however no guarantee, representation or warranty expressed or implied is or will be made by any person (including Resolute and its affiliates and their directors,officers, employees, associates, advisers and agents) as to the accuracy, reliability, correctness, completeness or adequacy of any statements, estimates, options, conclusions or other information contained in this presentation.To the maximum extent permitted by law, Resolute and its affiliates and their directors, officers, employees, associates, advisers and agents each expressly disclaims any and all liability, including, without limitation, any liability arising out of fault or negligence,for any loss or damage suffered by any person relating in any way to the use of or reliance on information contained in this presentation including, without limitation:• from representations or warranties or in relation to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained within this presentation;• from statements, opinions, forecasts, reports or other matters, express or implied, contained in, arising out of or derived from this presentation; or• for omissions from this presentation including, without limitation, any financial information, any estimates, forecasts, or projections and any other financial information derived therefrom.This presentation does not constitute financial product advice, investment, legal, taxation or other advice and is not intended to be used or relied upon as the basis for making an investment decision. This presentation is not a recommendation to acquireResolute securities and has been prepared without taking into account the investment objectives, taxation situation, financial situation or needs of individuals. Before making any investment decision in connection with any acquisition of Resolute securities,prospective investors should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to their own objectives, tax situation, financial situation and needs and seek financial, legal and taxation advice appropriate to their jurisdiction.Past performance information given in this presentation is for illustrative purposes only and should not be relied upon as an indication of future performance. This presentation includes certain forward-looking statements, including statements regarding ourintent, belief or current expectations with respect to Resolute’s business and operations, market conditions, results of operations and financial condition, and risk-management practices. Words such as ‘project’, ‘foresee’, ‘plan’, ‘expect’, ‘aim’, ‘intend’,‘anticipate’, ‘believe’, ‘estimate’, ‘may’, ‘should’, ‘will’ and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Indications of, and guidance on, future earnings and financial position and performance are also forward-looking statements.Forward-looking statements are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as an indication or guarantee of future performance. These statements are based upon a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonableby Resolute, are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are outside the control of Resolute, involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or results to differ materially fromestimated or anticipated events or results reflected in such forward looking statements on certain assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect. Actual results, performance, actions and developments of Resolute may differ materially from those expressed orimplied by the forward-looking statements in this presentation.As an Australian company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Resolute is required to report Ore Reserves and Mineral Resources in Australia in accordance with the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resourcesand Ore Reserves (JORC Code). Recipients should note that while Resolute’s Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimates comply with the JORC Code, they may not comply with relevant guidelines in other countries.For details of the Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves used in this presentation, please refer to ASX Announcement dated 18 February 2020 titled “Annual Ore Reserve and Mineral Resource Statement as at 31 December 2019” and ASX Announcementdated 20 July 2020 titled “Updated Life of Mine Plan for Mako Gold Mine”. The Company is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves as reported in these ASX Announcements and confirms thatall material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates in these ASX Announcements continue to apply and have not materially changed. The form and context in which the Competent Persons’ findings are presented have not beenmaterially modified from these ASX Announcements.All in Sustaining Cost (AISC) per ounce of gold produced are calculated in accordance with World Gold Council guidelines. These measures are included to assist investors to better understand the performance of the business. Cash cost per ounce of goldproduced and AISC are non‐International Financial Reporting Standards financial information.An investment in Resolute is subject to known and unknown risks, some of which are beyond the control of Resolute, including possible loss of income and principal invested. Resolute does not guarantee any particular rate of return or the performance ofResolute, nor does it guarantee any particular tax treatment. Investors should have regard (amongst other things) to the risk factors outlined in this Presentation when making their investment decision. See the “Key Risks" section of this presentation forcertain risks relating to an investment in Resolute.All dollar values are in United States dollars ($ or USD) unless otherwise stated. This presentation includes pro-forma financial information which is provided for illustrative purposes only and is not represented as being indicative of Resolute (or anyone else's)views on Resolute's future financial position or performance.A number of figures, amounts, percentages, estimates, calculations of value and fractions in this presentation are subject to the effect of rounding. Accordingly, the actual calculation of these figures may differ from the figures set out in this presentation.Resolute has maintained its production guidance of 430,000oz at US$980/oz. Resolute does however continue to assess developments and update the Company’s response to COVID-19 while placing the highest priority on the safety and wellbeing of itsemployees, contractors and stakeholders. Further escalation of COVID-19, and the implementation of further government-regulated restrictions or extended periods of supply chain disruption, has the potential to negatively impact gold production, earnings,cash flow and the Company’s balance sheet.This presentation has been authorised for released by Managing Director and CEO, Mr John Welborn.

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Mako Senegal

Syama Mali

Bibiani Ghana

Market Capitalisation

A$1.37Bn£760m | US$970m

2020 Guidance430koz at

US$980/oz AISC

Note: Market capitalisation as at 21 July 2020. Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves are as at 31 December 2019 and stated exclusive of Ravenswood. 2020 guidance has been also updated to reflect the sale of Ravenswood which completed on 31 March 2020.

Strategic Review Ongoing

Mineral Resources

13.3MozOre Reserves

4.7Moz

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COVID-19 ResponseThe health, safety and well-being of our people is our highest priority

Donations of medical supplies, MakoSocial distancing at the Mess, Mako Photo: Hand Washing Facilities at Syama.

• Comprehensive companywide response plan implemented• Keeping our mines running is important for all stakeholders• FY20 production and cost guidance maintained • Regional experience, secure supply lines and robust relationships• US$1 million committed to support Mali and Senegal• Adapting to the changing COVID-19 environment

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Commitment to Sustainability

Photo: Market Gardens, Mako Gold Mine

Key Sustainability PillarsEconomic

DevelopmentHealth, Safety and Security

Environmental Responsibility People Social

Responsibility

1.07Total Recordable Injury

Frequency Rate (TRIFR)

50%Reduction in TRIFR in past 12 months

ZEROMajor Environmental

Incidents or Regulatory Non-

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ProactiveApproach to Tailings

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$814mTotal Economic

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90%National

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Award Winning Malian Talent and

Development Program

Conservation Partners

Mobilised to Support Biodiversity No Net Loss Commitments

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Sustainable Performance Framework based on commitment to the World Gold Council’s Responsible Gold Mining Principles

Responsible Gold Mining

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June 2020 Quarter in ReviewCOVID-19 Response

• Comprehensive companywide response implemented; US$1 million to support Mali Govt / Senegal Govt response• Mining and processing continuing with currently no negative impact on gold production

Production and Sales

• Gold poured of 107,183oz at an AISC of US$1,033/oz; YTD 217,946oz at an AISC of US$1,020/oz• Gold sales of 110,660oz at an average realised gold price of US$1,446/oz

Development • Construction of new solar hybrid power station at Syama progressing to plan• Tabakoroni Underground Mine Pre-Feasibility Study due for completion in current quarter

Exploration • Further high-grade oxide gold intersections from drilling at Syama • Results support potential to extend the life of Syama oxide operations

Portfolio • Bibiani strategic review ongoing; targeting completion in H2 2020• Mako Royalty acquisition completed and significantly improved updated Life of Mine plan completed

Balance Sheet

• Completed ~A$195 million Equity Raising with receipt of final A$25 million• Cash and Bullion of US$88 million; total borrowings of US$307 million; Net Debt of US$220 million

Photo: Tabakoroni Open Pit Mine.

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Operational Performance

107,183ozTotal Gold Poured

US$1,033/ozAll-In Sustaining Cost

110,660ozTotal Gold Sold

US$1,446/ozAve Price Received

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June 2020 Quarter

Photo: Tabakoroni Open Pit Mine

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65,75745,804 46,945

57,531 63,705

12,375

13,206 15,35111,046

44,191 42,99742,186 43,478

Jun 19 Qtr Sep 19 Qtr Dec 19 Qtr Mar 20 Qtr Jun 20 Qtr

Syama Ravenswood Mako

June 2020 Quarter Production of 107,183oz2020 Production Guidance of 430,000ozMulti-Asset Production Base

78,132oz

103,201oz 105,293oz110,763oz 107,183oz

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716 658 694821

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Jun 19 Qtr Sep 19 Qtr Dec 19 Qtr Mar 20 Qtr Jun20 Qtr

Syama Mako Ravenswood

June 2020 Quarter AISC of US$1,033/oz2020 Cost Guidance of US$980/ozAISC by Asset (US$/oz)

Note: (1) The abnormally high ASIC was the result of the Syama roaster shut down being offline for the majority of the December 2019 Quarter.

939 1,202 1,419 1,107 1,033Group AISC

(1)

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Syama Gold Mine: Mali2020 Guidance: 260,000oz at an AISC of US$960/oz

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Define mine plan for Tabakoroni Underground

Continuing high margin oxide operations

Syama Underground operating at full capacity

Increase sulphide recoveries to +80%

Update and publish new Syama Life of Mine plan

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Sulphide Operations80% gold recoveries through processing

Sulphide Production• 35,248oz produced; 64% increase over the prior quarter• AISC US$1,333/oz – reflects draw down of high cost inventory• Overall sulphide circuit recovery achieved of 80%

• 536,757t processed during the quarter• Expect to maintain recoveries above 80% during H2 2020• Long term target remains 85% recovery

Syama Underground Mine Performance • Sub level cave operations perform in line with expectations • 492,864t of ore mined• Average grade of 2.84g/tStockpiles • 491kt at an average grade of 2.7g/t (517kt at 2.5g/t)

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Oxide OperationsLow cost production from Tabakoroni; satellite deposits to provide feed in H2 2020

Oxide Production• 28,457oz at an AISC of US$840/oz• 95% recovery achieved from Tabakoroni

North and Splay Pits

Future Oxide Production• Mining completed at Tabakoroni• Cashew, Paysans, and Tellem satellite

deposits to provide additional oxide feed

Stockpiles• Over 3 million tonnes at an average grade

of 1.3g/t Au• Provides feed source through to 2022

Photo: Tabakoroni Open Pit MIne

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Syama Outlook New Syama Power Plant • Bulk earthworks, mobilisation and construction

commenced and progressing to plan• 40% reduction to power costs• Environmentally friendly, reducing emissions by

~ 20% Tabakoroni Underground Mine • PFS due for completion in current quarter• Deposit remains open at depth and along strike• Modest capital requirements expectedSyama Oxide Exploration• Near surface drilling at satellites returning high-

grade oxide gold intersections• Further drill results expected current quarterUpdated Syama Life of Mine Plan• Expected during H2 2020

Photo: Progress at new Syama Power Plant Photo: Exploration drilling at Tabakoroni

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2020 Guidance: 160,000oz at an AISC of US$800/ozMako Gold Mine: Senegal

Regional exploration to further extend mine life

Strong cash flow generative operations

Maintain high productivity, low cost operations

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Mako Operations Consistent performance with strong cashflow generation

Production• 43,478oz poured• AISC of US$821/oz

Processing • 92-93% recoveries

Stockpile • +2Mt at an average grade of 1.2g/t

Consistent, strong positive cash flows

Photo: Recently commissioned Caterpillar 6020B excavator in operation at Mako

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Mako Outlook: Updated Life of Mine Plan Material improvement to gold production and mine life

New LOM • Average annual production of 140koz over next five years• LOM production from inception of 1.24Moz, up 39%• Remaining production of 900koz at AISC of US$900/oz

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Photo: Mako Long Section with resource block model and 2019 drill results

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Financial Performance

US$64mOperating Cash Flow

US$88mCash and Bullion at 30 June

US$18mCapital and Exploration

Expenditure

US$220mNet Debt at 30 June

June 2020 Quarter

Photo: Processing Plant, Syama Gold MineNote: Capital expenditure includes sustaining capital expenditure and Bibiani care and maintenance.

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Cash Flow Analysis (US$ million )

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2020 Guidance and Outlook

430,000oz production guidance maintained for 2020Production

Tabakoroni Underground PFS due for completion Development

Ongoing exploration for mine life extensionsExploration

US$980/oz AISC affirmed despite impact of COVID-19 Costs

Net debt reduction focus for H2 2020Balance Sheet

Evaluate accretive growth opportunities Growth

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A$ £ US$

Share Price $1.24 £0.69 $0.88

Shares on Issue 1,102, 826,939

Market Capitalisation $1.37B £760m $970m

Corporate Summary (ASX / LSE : RSG)Capitalisation ASX Price Performance

Note: Market data as at 21 July 2020. Top 10 Shareholders as at 30 June 2020.

Top 10 Shareholders1 ICM Limited 13.4%

2 Van Eck Associates Corporation 8.9%

3 L1 Capital 5.8%

4 The Vanguard Group, Inc. 5.3%

5 Baker Steel Capital Managers 4.6%

6 QG Investments Africa 3.7%

7 BlackRock 3.5%

8 Dimensional Fund Advisors 3.2%

9 Ninety One Group (Investec) 2.8%

10 Schroders PLC 1.8%

2020 Guidance

Trading Statistics

430,000oz atUS$980/oz AISC

LTM Average Daily TradingVolume: 12.4mValue: A$15.2m

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